I have the 256 and my brother has the 257, both are nice, but I like the 256 myself. I don't need to carry a ton, my laptop in a neoprene sleeve, a couple file folders, a small notebook, pens, checkbook, etc. all fit well in the 256. I've even used it as an overnight bag a couple times, it's surprisingly capacious when you need it to be. The 257 is great for a student, which is what my brother bought it for, who needs to carry a laptop and a few books maybe, but for my everyday carry to work bag the 256 has been the right choice.

Stupid question time. I looked through the thread and at the Filson web site, and I didn't see anything, so here goes.

I just bought the Levi's x Filson trucker jacket (the brown one, not the new green one), and because it's oiled tin cloth, it's, well, oily on the surface of the coat.

Is there anything I can/should do about this? Am I going to get some of the oil on my skin and clothes while the jacket's breaking in, so I should just deal with it? I assume this goes away after a while.

Stupid question time. I looked through the thread and at the Filson web site, and I didn't see anything, so here goes.

I just bought the Levi's x Filson trucker jacket (the brown one, not the new green one), and because it's oiled tin cloth, it's, well, oily on the surface of the coat.

Is there anything I can/should do about this? Am I going to get some of the oil on my skin and clothes while the jacket's breaking in, so I should just deal with it? I assume this goes away after a while.

You could get dip some bread in it.

But seriously. I got mine a few weeks ago. It stank up a room when I first opened the box.

After a few wears the musty smell went away and the oiliness went down. It's still a little greasy but not as bad as at first. I wear it with work shirts so it's not a big deal.

Now it just needs to cool down in LA so I can wear it regularly! It's still a cool piece... got looks when I wore it out last weekend at night.